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India's surfing prowess continues to shine on the international stage as the nation claimed a silver medal at the Maruhaba Cup, a team event within the Asian Surfing Championships 2024. The victory comes on the heels of India securing its first-ever Asian Games quotas in surfing, marking a significant milestone for the sport in the country.The Maruhaba Cup, held at the picturesque Thulusdhoo island in the Maldives, brought together elite surfers from across Asia to compete in a team format. India's team, comprising Kamali P, Ajeesh Ali, Srikanth D, and Sanjay Selvamani, showcased their skills and determination throughout the competition.In the Heat 2 semi-final, India dominated the field, securing first place with a total score of 32.16. Chinese Taipei followed in second place with a score of 29.70, while South Korea finished third with a score of 27.74.The final saw India facing off against Asia's top surfing nations. Despite a valiant effort, the Indian team finished in second place with a team score of 24.13. Chinese Taipei (23.93) and China (22.10) were placed third and fourth respectively, while Japan emerged victorious with an impressive score of 58.40.India's silver medal at the Maruhaba Cup is a testament to the growing strength of surfing in the country. The team's performance not only secured a podium finish but also demonstrated India's potential to compete at the highest level of the sport.

The 2024 Summer Paris Olympic Games have already witnessed a plethora of record-breaking performances, showcasing the extraordinary talent and athleticism of the world's finest athletes. With just a few weeks remaining, the anticipation for more breathtaking feats is palpable.In the pool, Australia's Kaylee McKeown shattered her own Olympic record in the women's 100m backstroke, clocking in at 57.33 seconds. Ireland's Daniel Wiffen also made history, breaking the Olympic record in the men's 800m freestyle with a time of 7:38.19.Mollie O'Callaghan of Australia continued her impressive run, setting a new Olympic record in the women's 200m freestyle with a time of 1:53.27. France's Léon Marchand etched his name in the record books by breaking the Olympic record in the men's 400m individual medley, finishing in 4:02.95.Gretchen Walsh from the United States made waves in the women's 100m butterfly, breaking the Olympic record with a time of 55.37 seconds. China's Pan Zhanle also set a new Olympic record in the men's 100m freestyle, clocking in at 46.92 seconds.The Australian women's 4x100 freestyle relay team broke their own Olympic record, finishing in 3:28.92. In surfing, Brazil's Gabriel Medina earned the highest-ever single wave score in Olympic history, scoring 9.90 in the fifth heat of the men's surfing event.Shooting also saw its share of record-breaking performances. Britain's Nathan Hales set a new Olympic record in the men's trap with a score of 48. China's Sheng Lihao broke the Olympic record in the men's 10-meter air rifle with a score of 252.In archery, South Korea's Lim Si-hyeon broke the world record in the women's 72 arrows, 70-meter round with a score of 694. Her team also broke the Olympic record in the women's 216 arrows, 70-meter round with a score of 2,046.Rugby sevens witnessed some remarkable achievements as well. Maddison Levi of Australia broke the Olympic record for the number of tries at a single Olympic Game, scoring 11. The New Zealand rugby team also set a new Olympic record, scoring 55-5 against China.As the 2024 Summer Paris Olympic Games draw to a close, the world eagerly awaits more thrilling performances and the possibility of even more records being shattered.

The 2024 Paris Olympics promises to be a spectacle of athleticism and innovation, with the introduction of new sports and exciting format changes.Breaking: A New Dance on the Olympic StageBreaking, the electrifying dance form, makes its Olympic debut in Paris. Originating as a street dance, breaking has evolved into a competitive sport, showcasing incredible athleticism and creativity.Kayak Cross: A Race Against the CurrentCanoe slalom welcomes a new format with kayak cross. Four athletes race head-to-head from a ramp, navigating obstacles and battling for the finish line. This marks the first time canoeing features direct competition between participants.Returning Favorites: Surfing, Skateboarding, Sport Climbing, and 3x3 BasketballSurfing returns to the Olympics, with the events taking place in the idyllic waters of Tahiti. Skateboarding, sport climbing, and the fast-paced 3x3 basketball also make a comeback, promising thrilling performances.Other Changes: Second Chances and Gender InclusivityTrack and field events from 200m to 1500m will offer a second chance for athletes who miss the semifinals. A repechage heat will allow "lucky losers" to compete for a spot in the next round.Artistic swimming welcomes men for the first time, promoting gender inclusivity in the sport. Women's boxing gains a new weight class, while men's events lose one. Weightlifting classes have been reduced from 14 to 10.In shooting, the mixed skeet team event replaces the mixed team trap event, providing a new challenge for competitors.